Saint Marks Summit

"Type: Hike Level: Hard Bus: No This is in my opinion one of the hardest hikes of this list, so definitely not for everyone, but oh my god the views of the Howe Sound that you're getting at the end, it's just spectacular! The hike itself is fully into the forest, with mainly 3 steep switchbacks sections split by flatter parts. Only the end is a bit more technical with a lot of roots, but nothing too hard. When you make it to the top, there are 2 lookouts. To get to the first one you have to climb up a few last rocks and the panorama will unveil before your eyes. From here you can also get views of the second promontory. To get to this one, keep walking along the trail for another 50m, and this time go down some rocks. The lookout itself is quite small, there is not space for too many people. To avoid the crowds and also to get even more spectacular views, I would recommend doing this hike for sunset. It's not too hard as the most technical part will be the first section on your way down, so as long as you don't leave when it's pitch dark it will be fine. Don't forget a headlamp though!"

"Rewarding island views after a short hike from Cypress Mountain parking lot. Pretty popular moderate trails to a summit with Howe Sound & island views."